Strike 2025

Pratt & Whitney workers entering third week of strike while preparing to lose health care

IAM, Pratt & Whitney fail to find solution, strike continues

The Company and Union are scheduled to meet on Thursday, May 22nd at 10 AM. As we don’t know what to expect, we need you all to continue to attend all picket assignments to show solidarity and be loud and active

Important information concerning 401k loans. While you are on strike, your loan payments are frozen. You are not required to make your loan payments until you return to work. Also, if you need the financial security of a 401k loan while we are on strike, you are allowed to take out up to two loans simultaneously. Any new 401k loan repayments are also suspended until we are back to work. You can apply online or by calling 1-800-243-8135. ALSO: Several members have checked with Access Healthcare and they are eligible for free healthcare while we are out. Please know that low cost insurance may be available to you. Everyone’s situation is different but wanted you all to know that there has been some good news.

Health Insurance Options Flyer

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Senator Chris Murphy will be joining the Middletown picket line at 11:30 tomorrow (Friday, May 16th). When Senator Blumenthal stopped by, we had 400 members in attendance! Let’s beat that number tomorrow. Spread the word! 1 Aircraft Road, Middletown CT. 11:30 am!

Creditor Letter

Attention striking Machinists

You must swing by the Union Hall and fill out a W-9 form to receive strike benefits going into week 3.

There should be someone at the hall 24/7 to get and drop off forms and ask questions if you have any

Solidarity With Pratt Whitney Workers Strike

Veterans if RTX is cancelling your healthcare and you need coverage, come to 1746 10 am to 1 pm tomorrow, Thursday May 15, 2025 to meet with representatives from the VA hospital to apply for healthcare and/or disability benefits. Other members and families we are working on getting more information for COBRA and working with the state regarding Access Health options. Stay tuned for more updates.

IAM Local 700 will be Ground Zero on Monday! The Pratt and Whitney workers will be entering their 2nd week on strike against corporate greed!! EVERYBODY, it is very, very important for you to be on the line by 11:00 AM on Monday! Senator Blumenthal will be visiting!! Put this on your calendars! Please spread the word. This will be a huge press event!